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Karen Warnecke Obituary
Karen S. Warnecke, 61, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at her residence.
Karen was born April 20, 1963, in Hicksville, to Lowell "Thomas" and Carol (Kleman) Zeller. She married Roy Warnecke on July 17, 1981, and he survives.
Karen was a graduate of Kalida High School. She was a member of St. John's Bible Church of Pandora and was a member of Reaching Women. She enjoyed playing guitar, sewing, traveling, baking, and gardening. Above all, she loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Roy Warnecke of Pandora; three children, Jeremy Warnecke of Gilboa, Jason (Kaylee) Warnecke of Ft. Jennings, and Jessica (Ben) Doty of Pandora; six grandchildren, Colton, Jenna, Mackenzie, Rayne, Brycin, and Westin; and two siblings, Kaylene (Randy) Blank and Greg (Jill) Zeller.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents.
Karen's services will be 11 a.m. Monday, July 15, 2024, at St. John's Bible Church of Pandora. Pastor Paul Perkins will officiate. Burial will be at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be 2-7 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 2024, and 10-11 a.m. Monday, both at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Bible Church of Pandora or Interim Hospice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services of Bluffton.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Barbara Pinney
July 15, 2024
Roy and all of her family, sad to hear of Karen's passing from this earth. Your loving memories are more special. Have peace that heaven has no illness.
Karen Erhart
July 15, 2024
Deepest sympathy to your family at this sad time.
Ken and Karen Erhart
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